Articles & Guides

Destructive tornadoes are rare in the UK, but they can cause serious property damage. Find out how home insurance may respond and what to do after severe wind damage.

A practical UK guide to preserving cover, understanding exclusions and preparing the evidence insurers may need

Buying an older house? Discover the key checks to make before arranging home insurance, from construction and listed status to surveys and rebuild costs.

Before term starts, use this practical checklist to help students and parents review belongings, record valuables and check whether the right contents cover is in place.

Find out how home insurance may cover wildfire damage in the UK.

Find out how a burglary claim can affect your home insurance and how to improve your chances of finding suitable cover.

Find out why a 6-bedroom house may need tailored home insurance and what insurers usually check.

Find practical advice on keeping a listed or period home cooler during hot weather.

This guide explains what rebuild cost means, why it is important, and when you may need specialist advice.

This guide explains why unoccupied home insurance claims are sometimes declined, the most common underlying reasons, and you can reduce the risk of issues if you need to claim.

When a home is unoccupied, insurers often require regular inspections. This guide explains how often checks are needed and what insurers expect.